Arsene Lupin. Gentleman Thief

Author: Maurice Leblanc
Illustrator: Vincent Mallet
Translator: Mariana Kozhevnikova
Publisher: Mann, Ivanov and Ferber (MIF) 
Series: Book Illustration Collection
Genre: Classic Foreign Fiction
ISBN: 978-5-00195-436-1
Pages: 160 (Offset)
Design
Weight: 1028 g
Dimensions: 328x246x17 mm

A perfect gift for all lovers of unconventional detective stories and adventures — nine of the earliest Arsène Lupin novellas with retro watercolor illustrations!

Arsène Lupin — a mysterious figure, an elusive thief who keeps the wealthy of France in fear. His signature is unmistakable, because he always covers his tracks and erases his identity, and everyone who says, "There he is, Arsène Lupin," is wrong. For every one of Arsène Lupin's crimes — whether stealing paintings, an incredibly valuable jewel, or even a rare book — is a carefully planned trick, a hoax, a sleight of hand. Everyone is fooled, because most often he hides in plain sight as someone who is always around: one of the unremarkable companions or acquaintances. He appears where he cannot be, and disappears just as unexpectedly.

The book contains nine novellas written by Maurice Leblanc at the very beginning of the 20th century, presenting the first adventures of Arsène Lupin. The first story, "The Arrest of Arsène Lupin," was published in July 1905 in the newspaper Je sais tout. Immediately after its success, the publisher inspired Leblanc to write a sequel — and thus the series of novellas about the gentleman thief was born.

Vincent Mallet gave the main character a new look, while watercolor and ink preserved the mystery. They bring the adventures of the famous thief to life and, together with the beautiful cover, high-quality paper, and detective story, make the book an excellent gift that can be placed in the most prominent spot on the bookshelf immediately after reading.

Book features
The voice of the translator who gave Russian readers Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's most mysterious and profound book — "The Little Prince".

One of the most famous classic works of the genre, which is constantly reprinted. Films, cartoons, and comics are made about Arsène Lupin.

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of classic detective fiction: Agatha Christie novels and Conan Doyle stories.

Netflix made a TV series based on the book, which was watched by more than 70 million people in the first month after its release. It became the most-watched non-English series of all time. And in 2022, season 3 is set to be released.

Who the book is for
For adults and children aged 12 and up.
For lovers of witty detective stories, incredible heists, Sherlock Holmes, and James Bond.
For fans of the "Lupin" TV series and the 20th-century book of the same name.
For lovers of colorful watercolor illustrations.